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With hearts heavy in grief, Shias worldwide commemorate sorrowful martyrdom of Sayyeda Fatima al-Zahra

With hearts heavy in grief, Shias worldwide commemorate sorrowful martyrdom of Sayyeda Fatima al-Zahra

The Holy Shrine of Imam Ali, peace be upon him, in Holy Najaf has been covered in black in commemoration of the sorrowful martyrdom anniversary of Sayyeda Fatima al-Zahra, peace be upon her, according to the ninety-five-day narration. Shia Waves…
Turkish University Develops Revolutionary Device to Extend Phone Battery Life

Turkish University Develops Revolutionary Device to Extend Phone Battery Life

The Middle East Technical University (METU) has unveiled a groundbreaking neuristor device that could potentially extend smartphone battery life to an entire year, Anadolu Agency reported yesterday. Developed at the ULTRAMEMS Research Laboratory, this device utilizes a micro-electromechanical system (MEMS)…
Widespread Abuses Against Migrant Workers in Saudi Arabia Documented by Human Rights Watch

Widespread Abuses Against Migrant Workers in Saudi Arabia Documented by Human Rights Watch

A new report from Human Rights Watch reveals severe labor abuses faced by migrant workers in Saudi Arabia, particularly in high-profile giga-projects. The 79-page report, titled “Die First, and I’ll Pay You Later,” highlights systemic exploitation, including forced labor, wage…
Exposure to Air Pollution Linked to Greater Infertility Risk, US Study Reveals

Exposure to Air Pollution Linked to Greater Infertility Risk, US Study Reveals

A new study from the US reveals that exposure to common air pollutants significantly increases the risk of infertility for both men and women, The Guardian reported yesterday. Researchers examined about 1,400 individuals undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF) to assess…
Amnesty International Urges Halt to Anti-Terrorism Act Amendment Bill 2024

Amnesty International Urges Halt to Anti-Terrorism Act Amendment Bill 2024

Amnesty International has called on the Pakistani government to suspend its plans to pass the Anti-Terrorism Act Amendment Bill 2024, citing concerns over compliance with international human rights standards, Dawn reported yesterday. The bill, introduced in the National Assembly, seeks…
International Day for the Abolition of Slavery 2024

International Day for the Abolition of Slavery 2024

The International Day for the Abolition of Slavery, held on December 2, highlighted international efforts to end slavery in all its manifestations. Gobal reports confirm that around 50 million people worldwide are enslaved in modern forms such forced labor, marriage,…
Shia residents of Syrian towns of Nubl and al-Zahraa face worsening humanitarian crisis

Shia residents of Syrian towns of Nubl and al-Zahraa face worsening humanitarian crisis

The towns of Nubl and al-Zahraa in Syria are facing an escalating humanitarian crisis following forced evacuation orders issued by armed opposition groups, including Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham and other extremist factions. Shia Waves Agency has documented harrowing scenes of displaced…
Saudi Arabia executes record 303 in 2024, sparking global criticism

Saudi Arabia executes record 303 in 2024, sparking global criticism

Saudi Arabia has carried out over 300 executions since the start of 2024, marking an unprecedented figure, according to an AFP tally based on official government announcements. This number significantly exceeds the kingdom’s previous annual averages of 100 to 150…
Grand Ayatollah Shirazi permits use of religious funds to assist Syrian families

Grand Ayatollah Shirazi permits use of religious funds to assist Syrian families

Amid the current events in Syria, which have displaced many believers, the office of the Supreme Religious Authority, His Eminence Grand Ayatollah Sayyed Sadiq Al-Husseini Al-Shirazi, in Holy Qom, has issued a statement permitting the allocation of the Imam’s Share…
Honourable residence of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi commemorates martyrdom of Sayyeda Fatima al-Zahra

Honourable residence of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi commemorates martyrdom of Sayyeda Fatima al-Zahra

Shia followers of Ahlulbayt, peace be upon them, have begun their mourning processions and ceremonies over the martyrdom anniversary of Sayyeda Fatima al-Zahra, peace be upon her, based on the 95-day narration. In commemoration of this painful tragedy, the honourable…
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